Verdict
At RM129,800, the Jetour T1 costs RM4,000 less than the Toyota Corolla Cross and gives Malaysian family buyers a 574-litre boot, 70-litre tank and 168 hp/270 Nm turbo engine. Its RM120 annual road tax also undercuts the Corolla Cross’s RM359. The Toyota is 227 kg lighter at 1,405 kg, and adds front parking sensors, a driver’s knee airbag and contactless powered boot operation. Pick the T1 for space, muscle and warranty cover; choose the Corolla Cross for the lighter package and those parking conveniences.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you want 168 hp, a 574-litre boot and a 2,800 mm wheelbase for RM4,000 less.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if you prefer its 1,405 kg kerb weight, front parking sensors and driver’s knee airbag.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Jetour T1 168 hp and 270 Nm; Toyota Corolla Cross 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- Size: Jetour T1 4,705 mm long with a 2,800 mm wheelbase; Toyota Corolla Cross 4,460 mm and 2,640 mm.
- Boot space: Jetour T1 574 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 440 litres.
- Kerb weight: Jetour T1 1,632 kg; Toyota Corolla Cross 1,405 kg.
- Fuel tank and annual road tax: Jetour T1 70 litres and RM120; Toyota Corolla Cross 47 litres and RM359.
- Warranty: Jetour T1 seven years/150,000 km plus a 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty; Toyota Corolla Cross five years with unlimited mileage.
T1
- 168 hp and 270 Nm beat 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- 574-litre boot and 70-litre tank.
- Seven-year/150,000 km warranty plus 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty.
- At 1,632 kg, it is 227 kg heavier than the Corolla Cross.
- No front parking sensors, where the Corolla Cross has four.
- No driver’s knee airbag listed.
Corolla Cross
- 1,405 kg kerb weight is 227 kg lower.
- Four front parking sensors and contactless powered boot operation.
- Driver’s knee airbag is listed.
- 138 hp and 172 Nm trail the T1’s 168 hp and 270 Nm.
- 440-litre boot is 134 litres smaller than the T1’s.
- Five-year warranty is shorter than the T1’s seven-year/150,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,800✓ | RM133,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM359 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 138 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,967 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,632 kg | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 574 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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T1 vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the Jetour T1 or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Jetour T1 is the stronger family-value choice, with more power, a larger boot, larger tank and longer warranty. The Toyota Corolla Cross suits buyers who place more weight on its 227 kg lower kerb weight, front sensors and knee airbag.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T1 is RM4,000 cheaper than the Toyota Corolla Cross. It also has lower annual road tax, at RM120 versus RM359.
Which has more luggage space?
The Jetour T1 has the larger boot at 574 litres, compared with 440 litres in the Toyota Corolla Cross. That is a 134-litre advantage for the Jetour.